The Fix-It Library
Common Home Repairs, Explained and Fixed
Dripping faucets, sticking doors, holes in drywall, squeaky floors, ceiling stains, loose rails and more: what causes each one and how we fix it.
Call us today615-431-3789- Kitchens and BathsKitchens, baths and laundry rooms
- Doors and WindowsDoors, windows and gates
- Walls and CeilingsWalls, ceilings and paint
- Floors and StairsFloors, stairs and trim
- Porches, Decks and FencesPorches, decks, fences and exterior trim
- Lights and OutletsLights, outlets and switches
Showing all repairs
Kitchens and BathsWater and Plumbing
Leaky Faucet
A steady drip that wastes water, stains the sink and gets worse with time.
Kitchens and BathsWater and Plumbing
Running Toilet
A toilet that keeps trickling after the flush, wasting water and running up the bill.
Doors and WindowsDoors, Windows and Gates
Sticking Door
A door that rubs, drags or will not latch because the house moved or the wood swelled.
Walls and CeilingsWalls, Floors and Ceilings
Drywall Hole or Crack
A dent, hole or crack in a wall, patched smooth and painted until it disappears.
Floors and StairsWalls, Floors and Ceilings
Squeaky or Loose Floor
Boards that creak, flex or lift as you walk, fixed by fastening them where they move.
Walls and CeilingsWalls, Floors and Ceilings
Water-Stained Ceiling
A brown ring or bubbling paint that means water got in and needs to be traced.
Porches, Decks and FencesSafety and Exterior
Loose Handrail or Baluster
A rail that wobbles or pulls away, and a safety problem that should not wait.
Porches, Decks and FencesSafety and Exterior
Rotted Trim or Fascia
Soft, crumbling wood around windows, doors and eaves that lets water in.
Kitchens and BathsWater and Plumbing
Cracked or Moldy Caulk
Gaps and black lines around tubs, sinks and windows that let water and drafts in.
Lights and OutletsSafety and Exterior
Dead or Scorched Outlet
An outlet or switch that does not work, feels warm or shows a burn mark.
Doors and Windows
Porches, Decks and FencesDoors, Windows and Gates
Sagging Gate or Fence
A gate that drags or a fence that leans, reset so it swings and stands straight.
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Add Them to a Work Order
Tick the repairs you need and get a tidy work order with the visit length and the order of work.
Nothing you enter is sent anywhere until you choose to send it to us.
How We Decide
Fix the Cause, Not Just the Mark
The cause comes first
A patch over a leak, or paint over rot, comes back. We find what is behind the problem before we repair what you can see.
The lightest fix that lasts
Many repairs need only a part, a screw or a seal. We start there and tell you honestly when something should be replaced.
Matched and finished
We caulk, fill, prime and paint so the repair disappears. Call us at 615-431-3789 and we will talk it through.
How urgent are these repairs?
Safety and water items come first: loose rails, dead or scorched outlets and leaks. Most others can wait for the next visit, but small problems tend to grow.
Can I fix these myself?
Some are good do-it-yourself jobs. If you would rather not climb a ladder or buy a tool you will use once, that is what we are for.
Can several repairs be done in one visit?
Yes, and that is the most efficient way. Send the list and we sort it into one visit or a couple.
Can you match my existing paint and trim?
We match color, sheen and profile as closely as we can, and we usually repaint the whole wall section so a patch cannot show. In older houses we match trim profiles where possible.
Do you protect my home while you work?
Yes. We cover floors and furniture, contain dust, wipe down when we finish and haul away debris.
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Tell Us What Needs Fixing
Send a list, a photo or just a description, and we will get back to you quickly with a plan and a free estimate. Prefer to talk? Call 615-431-3789.
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Nashville House Repair is a handyman and home repair company serving Nashville and Middle Tennessee: fixes, installs, patches, paint, carpentry, decks, fences and the long honey-do list.
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